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WATCH: Huge flames engulf New Germany factory

No injuries have been reported so far and it is unclear what caused the fire.

FIREFIGHTERS are working tirelessly to douse the fire which erupted at a New Germany company, Kohler Oils and Lubricants in Chelsea Avenue.

When the Highway Mail arrived on scene, the black smoke and flames were spiralling out of control and loud explosions could be heard in the building while passers by watched in dismay.

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The staff, who were still in their overalls, gathered at the SPAR parking and were still shocked.

“We are not sure what started the fire, we were working as normal but we had to rush out and we left everything inside.”

Paramedics and police are also on scene and no injuries have been reported. People are advised to avoid the area.

 

 

 

 

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Sanelisiwe Tsinde

My name is Sanelisiwe Tsinde, and I'm a mother of two boys and very family-oriented. Being a community journalist for years, I can proudly say I love writing about positive community news articles and giving a voice to the voiceless. Seeing people getting assistance warms my heart. Every day is a different challenge and a new learning opportunity. I supply news for our trusted publication weekly, and a few years ago, Caxton ventured into online publication, so I contribute daily to the websites. I could say I am a multimedia journalist, and working in a community newspaper is beneficial as we do not focus on one thing but we do a bit of everything.

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